Boulder Reporting Lab

12/20/2024

The number of homeless or formerly homeless people who died in Boulder this year is fewer than last year, but consistent with recent years. ‘Let our grief inspire us to action,’ one attendee said.

That’s fewer than last year but consistent with recent years. 'Let our grief inspire us to action,' one attendee said.

12/20/2024

Three years ago, hurricane-force winds tore through over 400 mobile homes, leaving uninsured residents without roofs, exposed to the elements, and waiting years for help that may never come.

Hurricane-force winds tore through over 400 mobile homes, leaving uninsured residents without roofs and waiting years for help that may never come.

12/18/2024

A major milestone for LGBTQ+ equality has been honored: The Boulder County Courthouse has been designated a National Historic Landmark for its pivotal role in advancing marriage equality.

In 1975, Boulder County Clerk Clela Rorex made history when she issued the nation’s first same-sex marriage license to two men from Colorado Springs.

12/18/2024

Calling all brunch lovers: Clay Fong highlights three Boulder County diners and cafes that are consistently good and actually affordable.

Clay Fong highlights three affordable Boulder County spots deserving of these yet-to-be-named honors.

12/18/2024

The Alpine-Balsam redevelopment will bring permanently affordable apartments and market-rate homes, city offices and flood protections to the former hospital site — but completion is still years out.

The redevelopment will bring affordable apartments and market-rate homes, city offices and flood protections to a former hospital site.

12/16/2024

The push for fireproofing comes in response to escalating fire risks in the city and year-round threats driven by climate change, which are already making some homes uninsurable.

The push comes in response to year-round threats driven by climate change, which are already making some homes uninsurable.

12/16/2024

Boulder Open Space and Mountain Parks completes the latest upgrades at Boulder Valley Ranch, with more improvements planned into 2026.

12/14/2024

“I always wanted to be on Pearl Street, but it was very hard to find the location. I saw this open, and everybody wanted it,” Busaba owner Shekhar Pokhrel said. “But the good thing is, the owner actually happened to be a Busaba fan.”

In a year marked by frequent restaurant closures, three restaurateurs are bringing fresh energy to Pearl Street’s west end.

12/13/2024

The Boulder County Democratic Party’s executive committee issued a statement expressing that it is “deeply concerned” over allegations that state Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis mistreated legislative aides and failed to report the use of campaign funds.

The Boulder County Democratic Party expressed concern over allegations that state Sen. Sonya Jaquez Lewis mistreated aides, misused campaign funds and fostered a toxic work environment.

12/13/2024

The Boulder City Council informally voted on Dec. 12 to reaffirm its rules for responding to public open comment at council meetings, aiming to keep meetings running smoothly and on time following recent disruptions related to the war in Gaza.

The Boulder City Council reaffirmed its rules for responding to public open comment, limiting councilmember remarks to two minutes.

12/13/2024

New county spending next year stems partially from voter-approved sales tax measures, but a structural deficit continues to loom as costs outpace revenues.

New spending next year stems partially from voter-approved sales tax measures, but a structural deficit continues to loom as costs outpace revenues.

12/11/2024

We've updated our giving guide to include HomeAhead - Boulder County Furniture Bank and the Museum of Boulder. Donations matter, but you can also help Boulder County organizations by giving time, food, clothing or other resources. Read how to help:

Donations are key, but here are ways to support Boulder County organizations by also giving your time, food, clothes or other resources.

12/11/2024

In a year marked by frequent restaurant closures, three restaurateurs are bringing fresh energy to Pearl Street’s west end with expanded spaces, more seating and new menu options.

In a year marked by frequent restaurant closures, three restaurateurs are bringing fresh energy to Pearl Street’s west end.

12/11/2024

Boulder city councilmembers grapple with chamber disruptions, hate speech and policy divisions as they consider limiting their own discussions of the War in Gaza.

Councilmembers grapple with chamber disruptions, hate speech and policy divisions as they consider limiting their own discussions of the war.

12/09/2024

A lawsuit that seeks to halt enforcement of the city’s camping ban, which allows officers to ticket homeless people, has been dismissed. The plaintiffs plan to appeal the ruling.

The lawsuit seeks to halt enforcement of the ordinance allowing officers to ticket homeless people. The plaintiffs plan to appeal the ruling.

12/09/2024

The Boulder Valley school board will act on a resolution Dec. 10 to protect undocumented and other vulnerable students, as city and county officials reiterate policies separating local law enforcement from federal immigration enforcement.

BVSD board to act on resolution protecting undocumented students as city officials reaffirm separation from federal immigration enforcement.

12/07/2024

A Boulder County District Court judge has dismissed a lawsuit challenging the City of Boulder’s camping ban, ruling the ordinance constitutional under state and federal law and citing a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on homelessness.

The lawsuit seeks to halt enforcement of the ordinance allowing officers to ticket homeless people. The plaintiffs plan to appeal the ruling.

12/06/2024

“I’m interested in this opportunity to serve as mayor pro tem because I believe in making our work together as productive, transparent and positive as it can be,” Folkerts said of her new role, which includes presiding over council meetings in the mayor’s absence, representing the city at events and other duties.

The one-year role includes presiding over council meetings in the mayor’s absence and representing the city at events, among other duties.